1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1996 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1996 Lotus Esprit is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Esprit (285 HP) has 198 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Lotus Esprit (510 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm). This means 1996 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 1996 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | GT | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2420 mm |
